We’re excited to be recruiting motivated Production Chefs to join our Fresh Grab & Go team, supporting daily food production for multiple stores across Brisbane Airport. If you love creating high-quality food in a fast-paced environment and want to be part of Australia & NZ’s largest travel retailer, this is the perfect opportunity. ✈️
As a Production Chef, you’ll prepare and produce fresh food items to consistently high standards. Working closely with our Executive Chef and Foodservice team, you’ll help deliver great-tasting products, maintain kitchen excellence, and support daily operational targets.
- Day shifts 6:00AM starts at the airport (Start early finish early!)
- Flexibility to work some weekends but can discuss with the right candidate
What You’ll Do
✅ Prepare and produce food items in line with recipe cards and brand standards
✅ Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment
✅ Manage ordering, stock levels, and support waste-reduction processes
✅ Support production across Fresh, Bakery, Hot Food, and Coffee categories
✅ Collaborate with store teams to ensure smooth daily operations
✅ Assist with basic reporting and production data
✅Uphold food safety, OHS, and airport compliance standards
What We’re Looking For
✅ Experience in kitchen production or fresh food environments
✅ Ability to follow recipes, portioning, and quality guidelines
✅ Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced setting
✅ Great communication skills and a collaborative working style
✅ Understanding of stock control, waste management, or labour systems (advantageous)
✅ Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays
Why Join Us?
✈️ No late nights (day shifts
✈️ Job security with Full Time Employment with a weekly 38-hour roster
✈️ Subsidised parking available
✈️Meal & Coffee Perks to help fuel your day
✈️Work in a dynamic airport environment
✈️Be part of a supportive and passionate Foodservice team actively growing their footprint in Australia
✈️Growth and development opportunities across our large retail network
✈️Positive team culture built on our Pacific Spirit values
This position is classified as Level 5 Grade 4 under the Restaurant Industry Award (RIA), and remuneration is aligned accordingly.
If you’re passionate about fresh food and thrive in a hands-on production role, we’d love to hear from you!
At LagardèreAWPL, we value diversity, inclusivity, and a collaborative work environment, where you will have the opportunity to work alongside a talented team of people who share your passion for creativity and excellence.
Join us at LagardèreAWPL and be part of a global company that celebrates creativity, innovation, and a commitment to sustainable practices.
